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New Haven Weather in April

During April, New Haven experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 15°C (59°F) and cooler nights around 5°C (41°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 119 mm (4.7 in) is typical.

Rainfall in New Haven in April

You can expect rain on roughly 11 days based on historical data, averaging 119 mm (4.7 in) for the month. Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in New Haven in April

April in New Haven brings typical temperatures with highs around 15°C (59°F) and lows of 5°C (41°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. At 5°C (41°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in New Haven in April

With approximately 228 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, July and September typically offer the best circumstances for New Haven.

New Haven Temperature in April

Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Chance of Rain
37%
Precipitation
119 mm (4.7 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
58% *
Sunshine
228 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
57% *
* Data from: Hartford, the United States of America (54 KM, 33 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in New Haven in April

The weather can be unpredictable in April, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in New Haven in April

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    5/10
  • Walking
    5/10
  • Camping
    3/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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